This is a powerful blog post about thinking critically about the literacy programs. The blog posts good over specific criteria for good literacy programs with printable checklists/resources for educators to print and think critically about their own work.
Cult of Pedagogy
TVO Power Hour of Learning
This website has a lot of videos made by educators focused on hands-on, practical lessons for the classroom based on various curriculum areas. Lots of engaging lessons that can be brought into the classroom right away with resources.
Ontario Curriculum, Elementary: Native Languages
Looking for resources for teaching Native Languages? The Ontario Government provides support documents and resource guides for teaches of Native Languages in Ontario.
Art Gallery of Ontario: Art Anywhere, Anytime
| Art at the AGO is always here for you to inspire, imagine and create! On this page you will find resources and activities to help teachers build visual literacy while developing skills in observation, interpretation, critical thinking and creativity…remotely! Also check out Learning Resources for Families and Everyone. |
English Learner Institute for Teaching and Excellence
A website with a lot of free information and content focused on literacy education. A specific focus on the power of read-alouds and the impact they can have on all students and their literacy development. On the website, there are a lot of toolkits, lesson plans and professional development materials available for free.
A Brief Guide to Noticing
A simple video that really will help young learners consider how they can be present and see all of the small kind actions that make a difference in someone’s life. Great video that helps younger students consider what it means to ‘notice’ and be present.
Eco-Inquiry
This is a great website by a Canadian teacher focused on environmental education and sustainability through an inquiry and equity lens. The website is full of relevant and age-appropriate resources connected to the Canadian curriculum. There are choice boards, inquiry games and book recommendations.